Basal metabolic rate (BMR) – The BMR is the minimum level of energy we need to use to maintain vital functions of the body. To accurately measure a person’s BMR, scientists make them fast (so there’s no digestive activity) and then lie motionless in an environmental chamber. Resting metabolic rate (RMR) is slightly higher than […]
Category: Health
After Covid – Embrace the Change and Take the Responsibility
Companies and systems which are in crisis today are those who did not move on from industrial age. This is the age of information and service. Today a company or a person could thrive if they are doing meaningful work, if they are contributing, if they believe that they are serving others along with themselves, […]
What Happens to Our Body When We Stop Working Out
When we do not exercise for a period of time, there are a multitude of physiological markers that reveal themselves indicating a reduction of fitness level.Our The human body (whether we exercise or not) is a sensitive system and an amazing adaptive machine. Physiological changes like strength, fitness or endurance that are developed through training, […]
Cancer and Metabolic Diseases are a Result of Excess
A lot of experts say that majority of the metabolic diseases like diabetes, heart ailments, brain disorders, obesity, high BP and even cancers are caused because of excess. The root cause is excess of energy in the system because of which system goes into energy imbalance. Cellular growth and multiplication happens when you have good […]
Gall-Stones – Potential Causes, Helpful Foods and Supplements
Bile is a fluid made in the liver and concentrated in the gallbladder. It helps extract nutrients from food like fat-soluble vitamins and essential fatty acids. Gallstones are majorly 2 types. Cholesterol gallstones. The most common type of gallstone, called a cholesterol gallstone, often appears yellow in color. Pigment gallstones. These dark brown or black […]
The Disconnection Syndrome – What Makes Us to Be Auto-Pilot Mode
Excerpts taken from Dr. David Perlmutter, MD ‘s Disconnection Syndrome . “We walk around with our heads down, fixated on our devices, avoiding ideas that differ from our own, while confronting constant messages telling us what to do (eat more, buy more, post more, be ‘liked’ more).” They go on to say, “Participating in our […]
What are We Really Feeling Bad About During COVID Lockdown
For the first time in the recorded human history we are grieving together , the whole world. We are grieving the loss of way of life. We are unable to do the things we were doing few months back. We are angered and frustrated as we are missing certain lifestyle. We are unable to meet […]
Collagen: Foods and Supplements
Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body. Our body produces collagen naturally however, the rate at which our body generates collagen deteriorates as we age. It is the major component of connective tissues that make up several body parts, including tendons, ligaments, cartilage, skin, and other connective tissues . Humans have mainly Types […]
Creatine Monohydrate – Supplement
Creatine is the same as a substance made by your body that is found mostly in the muscles. It helps to provide energy to the muscles. Creatine is a natural supplement used to boost athletic performance . It’s not only safe but also one of the world’s most popular and effective supplements for building muscle […]
Reasons for Having Physical Activity During an Pandemic
Physical activity has positive effect on immune functions. When we are physically active, our muscles produce compounds that improve functioning of the immune system and reduce inflammation, thus strengthening our biological response to fight the infection. Exercise makes body release endorphins which are feel good hormones which keeps the mood positive and high for several […]
Basics of Intermittent Fasting and Time Restricted Feeding (TEF)
Intermittent fasting is not a diet, it is a lifestyle and a specific way of eating. Rules are simple, you eat in a time window and you don’t eat (expect water) rest of the time. Though our ancestors may not have done fasting at their will , ancient hunter-gatherers didn’t have the convenience of food […]
Inflammation: The Key Factor that Explains Vulnerability to Severe COVID
Excerpts taken from this article from weforum.org Cytokines, a key player in the immune response, can help stop viruses reproducing. Yet when too many are produced at once, this causes inflammation which can severely damage the lungs. The severity of COVID-19 can vary hugely. In some it causes no symptoms at all and in others […]
The Power of Mind – Placebo Effect and Nocebo Effect
Our immune system and overall well-being is dependent not only on good diet and exercise but also on our mental strength and our thoughts. A lot depends on the way we talk to ourselves when we are in trouble. Many times when we are in an adversity, the images, thoughts and beliefs that run in […]
Supplements -Why Do We Need Nutritional Supplements
Supplement (Noun) – A thing added to something else in order to complete or enhance it. Supplement (Verb) – Add an extra element or amount to. As it is suggested in the word ‘Supplement’ itself, Nutritional supplements are used in addition to the natural food that we eat to enhance or improve the food’s effect. […]
Best Pre-Workout Supplement Combination – Customized
Basis of this list is : I have analyzed and summarized the most commonly used ingredients in some of the popular pre-workout supplements along with their individual quantities. Then I did some research on the effectiveness of these commonly used ingredients. Read through some of the expert’s articles and also some scientific studies on these […]